Fleet Manager

Description

Fleet Manager

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Pay: Competitive/Salary - – Discussed During Interview Process

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• FR Clothing Provided
• Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, management, and oversight of fleet and maintenance operations within ULCS Region 102. The role is the focal point to assess the current and future department needs to support ULCS’s customers, field operations, and teams.
• Partner with Region leadership on operational and strategic issues as they arise and provide strategic recommendations based on analysis and projections. Engage all members of the leadership team to align operational management with short and long-term planning and projections.
• Ensure the efficient and effective process of vehicle and equipment repairs and rapid turnaround of vehicles and equipment. Manage fleet and maintenance quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Ensure the efficient and effective process of vehicle and equipment rentals, including rapid acquisition and turn-in policies.
• Ensure the efficient and effective process of vehicle and equipment remarketing, including prompt removal of vehicles and equipment designated for retirement, delivery to remarketing vendors, and collection of remarketing funds.
• Develop and analyze all operating metrics, providing guidance on trends and developing prompt actions to correct performance issues or inefficiencies while identifying opportunities to reduce expenses.
• Develop and manage department budget(s). Analyze expenditures and other financial information to develop plans, policies, and budgets to drive improvement in margin and services.
• Working with the ULCS Safety Team, design and implement appropriate policies and procedures to effectively ensure safety and fleet operation initiatives are maintained.
• Implement and lead continuous quality improvement processes throughout field operations focusing on systems and process improvement.
• Research and implementation of new equipment programs that support the future needs of the business.
• Provide leadership and direct supervision of Fleet Department personnel as assigned. Assess talent and provide ongoing coaching and development and performance management to improve performance and overall team effectiveness. Foster a team environment and a strong service culture that ensures timely and quality-driven service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skills in leadership, business planning, financial analysis, negotiation, and customer satisfaction skills.
• Strong analytical skills and experience translating a strategic vision into an actionable operational model. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and an ability to identify problems, design and articulate solutions, and implement change.
• Proven leader with the ability to create an environment of respect, dignity, and entrepreneurial spirit. A collaborative and flexible style with a strong customer service mentality. Positive attitude, collaborative interpersonal skills and leadership skills, and an ability to build a cohesive, focused, and motivated team. High personal integrity and ethics with uncompromising standards.
• Knowledge of best-demonstrated practices in strategic sourcing strategies and tactics, including the use of technology applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a business environment characterized by complexity, ambiguity, and rapid change.
• Ability to establish clear priorities quickly and to work effectively under pressure, handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong presentation skills, excellent written communication, and ability to sell ideas and vision to leaders.
• Experience using MS Office Suite, ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle, as well as Fleet Management Software (i.e. Fleetwave, Fleetio)
• Must be able to be present on-site during the work week. No telecommuting.

Education & Experience:

• 10 years of direct experience in Fleet Management or Project Management.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• A valid Driver’s License is required, CDL preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Must be willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work or meetings as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally (up to 33%): Kneeling, and Crawling, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs
• Frequently (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Sitting
• Continuously (up to 100%): Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.